Tuesday 29 September 2015

Big Motoring World reviews new BMW X1

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BMW's compact Sports Activity Vehicle, the X1, has been a constant top-seller since its initial release in 2009. Now it’s newer, more dynamic model is one the market. Big Motoring World reviews the new X1 and the benefits of the new version.

BMW X1

The first version has sold over 730,000 models globally, with 40,000 sales in the UK. With dynamic BMW X1 styling, this new sporty sporting character is a blend of outstanding efficiency and innovative equipment with features in comfort, safety and infotainment. The all-new range of engines and xDrive all-wheel drive system exemplify BMW’s EfficientDynamics philosophy.

Specifications

There are one standard specification and three further model lines – the XLine, Sport Line and M Sport. Dakota leather is available exclusively for the three sport models, with 18-inch light-alloy wheels in their own specific design, exclusive door sill plates and an LED lighting package. Lights are used for ambience and have a variety of colours and LED optical fibres in the door panel trim.

XLine – LED headlights and heated front seats are upgrades on the standard model. This also includes a BMW kidney grille with side skirts and underbody protection all in black.

Sport Line – This features a black BMW kidney grille with black sport seats, accent strips and underbody protection. Air intakes with accents are in high-gloss black.

M Sport – M Sport models are fitted with a model-specific M aerodynamic package and 18-inch or optionally 19-inch M light-alloy wheels. This pack also benefits from LED headlights. The interior features heated front sports seats and a leather steering wheel.

Prices start at £26,780 for the sDrive18d up to £36,060 for the xDrive25d the xDrive20i the only petrol in the range starts at £31,225.